Travelling from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of Accra.
Your ACC to PVG flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ACC and PVG:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kotoka International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is ج.م. 33,638. A round-trip fare right now is ج.م. 41,729. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from ACC to PVG, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Kotoka International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ACC to PVG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kotoka International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Of the flights that depart from Kotoka International Airport, 70.37% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Kotoka International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Accra. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to ACC? If you're boarding an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Reserve a hotel near PVG if you're catching a late Kotoka International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the lowest possible price, book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The quietest month for a flight from Kotoka International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Shanghai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ACC to PVG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Suzhou is another essential stop in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without dropping by Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
